TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2012 /CNW/ - The Canadian Society of Corporate Secretaries ("CSCS") announces the launch of the Excellence in Governance Awards/Prix d'excellence en gouvernance (EGs). The inaugural awards ceremony will be held on August 18, 2013 in
Halifax Nova Scotia at the opening dinner of the CSCS 15th annual conference.

The CSCS EG awards recognize the important contribution governance
professionals make in terms of best practices that build and sustain
shareholder and stakeholder value. The awards underscore the critical
role that good governance plays in sustaining the value of Canada's
public companies, crown corporations, government agencies and
not-for-profit organizations, contributing to the competitiveness of
Canada's economy and its capital markets.

CSCS is committed to support and enhance the role of the corporate
secretary and governance professionals in Canada. The Society's members
work on the front lines of governance and the organization is well
positioned through reputation, influence and representation, to
celebrate the practice of good governance in Canada.

The Excellence in Governance Awards jury panel is composed of seasoned and well-respected governance
experts from across Canada. CSCS will announce the membership of the
jury in a separate public statement and will be seeking nominations in
early 2013.

Candidates eligible for nomination include individuals who play a role
in the governance of their organizations, and those who have made a
significant contribution to governance in other capacities, including
public service.

CSCS will seek nominations from the public in the following award
categories:

Best sustainability, ethics and environmental governance programs

Best use of technology in governance, risk and compliance

Best approach to board and committee support

Best shareholder or stakeholder engagement by a governance team

Best overall corporate governance

Best approach to board diversity

Joyce Borden-Reed CSCS distinguished contribution award

Peter Dey Lifetime achievement award

CSCS expects that the recognition winners and nominees alike will gain
from these awards will further their careers, raise awareness for the
key role played by governance professionals and inspire others to
follow their example.

About the Canadian Society of Corporate Secretaries (CSCS)

The Canadian Society of Corporate Secretaries is recognized as the most important organization for corporate
governance professionals in Canada.

As the principal advocate for those who work in corporate governance,
CSCS strives to enhance the public's awareness of the importance of
good governance. CSCS is the voice of corporate governance
professionals in Canada and participates with other stakeholders,
including capital markets participants, government bodies and
regulators, in fostering a governance environment that sets Canada
apart in the world. CSCS supports its membership with continuing
education and networking opportunities that are second to none.

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